tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-80832369722172009652018-08-21T20:26:30.930-07:00Travel and Holiday guideHistorical Places of Turkey, Holiday in Turkey, Turkey Tours, Hotels, Marmaris Hotel, Antalya Hotel, Istanbul, Alanya, Gocek, İzmir Turkey, Summer Holiday,ardahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18213829235440919317noreply@blogger.comBlogger137125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-3128438545396211992011-02-13T07:10:00.001-08:002011-02-13T07:13:20.926-08:00Travelling by the Safest Train<div id="body">Vacationing from Birmingham to Amsterdam or even from United Kingdom to Netherland includes vast array of options. The two main cities associated with Europe are extremely well attached to each other through all platforms of transportation.<br />Flight Ute are very regular between both of these stations and provides plenty of choices to customers to select from. There are several plane tickets between both stations every day. British breathing passages and Atmosphere France operate number of plane tickets daily about this route. The actual fares tend to be variable as well as varies based on the seasons as well as days of the actual week.<br />This option is actually both affordable as well as comfy. To go by using this option you have to leave Birmingham in the evening through train. Next from Harwich in order to Hoek you will continue a luxurious immediately ferry from in which you will once again board the train in order to Amsterdam and will achieve Amsterdam in Early morning. One solution will cover your entire journey through London in order to Amsterdam.<br />The best option to visit between the two beautiful metropolitan areas is high-speed Eurostar system. The teach is incredibly fast and cozy. It just takes in between 4-5 hours through Eurostar to travel in between these two channels. However there isn't any direct Eurostar between your two channels, you just need to create a simple solitary station alter. First you need to take a Eurostar in order to Brussels from where one can either capture hourly intercity teach or a Thalys teach from. The actual fare can also be very economical as well as starts through as low as £51 one-way, £89 come back.<br />This is the easiest way between your two metropolitan areas and the complete amount of time it requires is probably merely a bit lengthier than soaring when you include everything in (as with hotel doorway to resort door). Your way takes close to 6 hours, provide or consider 30 minutes. You'll have a direct teach to Brussels within 3 hours, after which switch to the actual Eurostar (after looking at in), that takes around A couple of hours more completely to Street.<br />Prices about the train in order to Brussels bit are extremely standard; however the price about the Eurostar bit may fluctuate nearly as much as prices upon flights. If you purchase this solution well in advance it is possible to qualify for a unique promotional cost, which is much cheaper compared to regular cost. These promotional fares are just good upon round-trips, but incredibly enough they're almost always nevertheless cheaper compared to one-way normal cost. Finding all of them at €99 come back is common, as well as they has even already been as low as €69 throughout certain parts of the season. One-way fares will always be way more than €100, so you tend to be better off simply using half of one of these simple than purchasing a one-way.</div>Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-77636058071098728262011-02-13T07:09:00.001-08:002011-02-13T07:09:55.273-08:00Safest Train for Travelling<div id="body"> Whilst traveling you have to reach from railway train station just half an hour before the leaving time with regard to security examinations. This time is actually far less compared to taken upon airports this particular reduces the general journey period. There is no limitation on the size luggage and you will carry your whole luggage without giving any kind of extra charge. Pancras stations you'll find many amenities like totally free Wi-Fi entry, shops as well as cafes. Within Eurostar trains it is simple to recharge your own mobile as well as laptops. There's also snack pubs that function refreshments associated with decent choice.<br />Eurostar London Train requires just 2.15 hours to reach through London in order to Paris. Apart from you can also appreciate amazing superb sightseeing excursions. Some state it's less expensive to buy an aura ticket, but when you add-on airport income taxes, the cost of escaping. To one airport terminal and then discovering your way to the city through another airport terminal, then all of the drink snack things you will buy in route, you'd be difficult pushed to complete the journey for less than the actual Eurostar ticket. It will likewise take a person much longer and become a much less pleasant trip.<br />Not a problem. It would be the nightmare! The actual Eurostar also accommodates very well with regard to disabled individuals, so if you're handicapped, there's an additional plus.<br />The down-side at present, is the fact that Eurostar's rail system is not really extensive, meaning finding much more train contacts if you're heading anywhere apart from London, London and Brussels. However there are ideas ahead for that service to lengthen across European countries. The day will come when you can capture a person from Birmingham and awaken in Ancient Rome.<br />If you are going to reach London in the night it surely can be really hectic that you should go on research of a great hotel. Throughout the peak season it will likely be very difficult to get an early morning ticket as well as, to increase the issues, most of the resorts are also reserved. You will surely not really enjoy investing the night within the streets associated with Paris. So it's beneficiary that you should look for a few suitable Eurostar offers and guide the hotel space with the Eurostar seats. All the information concerning various inexpensive Eurostar deals can be obtained on the Eurostar's web site. In each and every regard this will be your best option and moreover you are able to guarantee yourself with a space that too upon reasonable prices. So you can pick the deals upon Eurostar according to the selection of hotel.<br /></div>Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-45689140955836287272011-02-13T07:02:00.002-08:002011-02-13T07:02:47.940-08:00Find B And B Lodging With Unique Scenery<div id="body"> When it comes to planning an overseas vacation, there are a lot of people who tend to overlook the smaller, not so talked about destinations. It's often these smaller places that offer unique appeal and an element of surprise at the same time.<br />London is a massive draw card for English-speaking people looking for the ideal location to base their camp and explore greater Europe. Whether it is for a 6 week visit or year long stay, the majority of holiday-makers in London will head to the likes of France, Italy, Spain and Greece - some of the most popular tourism spots in the world.<br />Most people overlook heading north to Scotland, Wales and Ireland in preference for a warmer climate and a non-English speaking culture. Scotland remains hugely popular for its ancient castles, however Ireland is often overlooked.<br />Ireland's geographical positioning doesn't do it any favours, being that it is off the beaten track, however this is certainly no reason for overlooking a stay at one of the many b and b Ireland has to offer. This little country is one place in the world that is worth getting lost in. It is blessed with amazing landscapes, unbelievably friendly and humorous local folk, ancient myths and enough exploring opportunities that are likely to take your breath away.<br />Unlike a lot of frenetic places in the world where driving is quite stressful and the pace of life is hectic, Ireland is very relaxing and offers an idyllic setting for a wonderful holiday. Ireland is similar to Scotland and New Zealand, in that is highly suited to renting a vehicle and slowly making your way around the beautiful countryside.<br />Practically all of the b and b Ireland has to offer are situated in quiet locations that provide picturesque views of the surroundings and offer you the perfect atmosphere for those wishing to completely unwind, but still be overwhelmed by scenery that is unique to that of their own town, city or country.<br />Ireland has around 1400km of spectacular coastline, with the Irish Sea to the east of the country and the Atlantic Ocean off to the west. Between them they offer beautiful golden sand beaches, numerous fishing villages, clear fresh waters and a plethora of water sports activities. From Dublin, Cork and Galway to Limerick, Kilkenny and Waterford, Ireland delivers a host of unforgettable activities.<br />Of all of the types of accommodation available, staying at one of many b and b Ireland has throughout the country, is the recommended choice. The people are ultra friendly and they'll be only too willing to give you the information you need to get the most out of your holiday.<br /></div>Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-34464487546176909242011-02-13T07:02:00.000-08:002011-02-13T07:02:03.013-08:00Reservations From Association Websites: Good or Bad Idea?<div id="body"> There is a big push right now from companies that claim innkeepers can capture additional revenue through their association's website. These companies offer some form of member directory that displays availability and maybe even pricing for each bed and breakfast member. They also offer to bypass your online booking engine and capture the reservation using their booking tool.<br />Is this process adding to the pie or taking away from it? Are these companies bottom feeders or can you really experience a significant boost in revenue?<br />The biggest challenge, like most marketing and promotion ventures, is that it's so intriguing. We think in our minds that it's going to explode business. Very few marketing ventures cause a 20 or 30% increase. In addition, there will be those within every association that get very excited about this idea and it's tough not to get sucked in. Who wants to go against a friend or temper a friend's excitement?<br />Talking with associations that have gone this route, it hasn't been what they have expected. A few have even backed out of their contracts as fast as they can. Those that remain for the most part see very little increase and are looking for other solutions.<br />So let's take a moment and evaluate the challenges with trying to obtain more revenue through association websites:<br /><strong>1) Most association websites have very little guest oriented website traffic.</strong><br />Taking a step back, association websites aren't the best medium for attracting potential guests. They are about attracting potential bed and breakfast members for that national, state or local association.<br />Check the status of any association you belong to. It's easy. Simply Google your state and "bed and breakfasts" for example "Alabama bed and breakfasts". What page does your association show up on? Very few association websites have solid website traffic that would benefit you. Take PAII for example which is the largest national association of innkeepers and has been around for a very long time. Google "bed and breakfasts" and PAII doesn't show up even by page 10. Even if an association claims to have good website traffic, make sure it is the traffic you need: potential guests.<br />One of the few associations that really has great search engine placement and promotion is Bed and Breakfast Association of Utah (BBIU). Google "utah bed and breakfasts" they are normally in the top 3! Most of their members agree they get a lot of business through the association website. As a community we need to applaud BBIU because their association website looks, acts and feels more like a travel website than an association website. We would encourage more associations to take this approach. See how membership is a secondary link almost as a "oh by the way, become a member". The Texas Bed and Breakfast Association is another stellar example. Notice how both Utah and Texas don't show availability grids or introduce price wars but just highlight their members. This is best.<br /><strong>2) Will this add to our pie or take away from it?</strong><br />What will this company do to push more visitors to the association's website? If you do go with them use Google Analytics to track this boost in promotion. If they are not pushing more quality visits to your association's website, they are taking from the pie, not adding to it.<br />Most of these companies are reintroducing commissions to the bed and breakfast industry by taking up to 30% per reservation. Ouch! Often they share a little with the association. Skimming money away from the member inns and giving it to the association isn't a good long term idea.<br />Some offer a "free" online booking engine but those rarely compete with the industry leaders that have special and packages, gift shops, retail items, minimum night enhancements and more. It's not free if they take a commission per reservation. That's actually the most expensive online booking engine on the market. Even GDS reservations are fee based, not commission based. Look for a low monthly fixed cost not commission based. You need online bookings for your inn's website anyway. Directories that push business to your website and booking engine trump those that try to skim for themselves.<br /><strong>3) Price wars have come close to destroying the hotel and airline industries.</strong><br />Some associations want to compare association members side by side pricing wise. That is a terrible idea since the bed and breakfast industry is all about the experience guests enjoy, not who is cheapest. If you want cheap go to a motel.<br />Look at the industries that have done price wars: the airline and chain hotel industries. Airlines have been doing so amazing (not!) they wanted a bailout a few years back. Southwest Airlines never did GDS or travel websites and is one of the few airlines to thrive and not rip off their clients with silly fees. They can offer low rates because they don't have to pay a middle man.<br />Hotels really struggle from time to time beating each other up on Hotels.com, Priceline, Expedia, Travelocity, etc. Marriot Hotels is pulling out from travel websites (GDS) and promoting their own website and booking system because the commissions are killing them. Others will follow.<br />Associations should highlight their members, not introduce a price war. Don't be shocked if members start leaving to get out of devaluing their rooms.<br /><strong>4) Is displaying association availability a good thing?</strong><br />What about showing who has vacancy? Studies by Reservation Nexus have shown that displaying an availability grid can often do more harm than good. For bed and breakfasts that are not full (80% of bed and breakfasts) it sends the message: "since they are so vacant, it might not be the best place to stay". A simple "vacancy" or "no vacancy" is better than a full grid in most scenarios.<br />Most of the time the big push for showing detailed availability is for members that want to share with other members when they are full. This is a valid request, but that doesn't mean you share that information with the public. Availability grids normally help the full get fuller and everyone else remains the same.<br /><strong>5) A member list and/or availability grid should be just the start.</strong><br />Showing members and availability is just part of the toolset an association needs to more easily run their operations and better communicate and coordinate with its members. Member management, member dues, conference management, forums, newsletters, articles &amp; education, vendor management, etc. need to be a part of any association system put into place.<br /><strong>6) Contracts are a bad thing.</strong><br />It is kind of baffling that most of these companies approaching associations are forcing them into two or three year contracts to skim revenue. Their cost for setting up the operation is trivial so why the long term contracts? Long term contracts are good if an initial investment needs to be covered, for items such as equipment or payroll. Be wary of long term contracts where there is very little risk or initial investment involved.<br /><strong>Recommendation: Convert your association website to be more of a travel website.</strong><br />Like the Utah and Texas state associations, reinvent your association website to be focused on attracting potential guests. Associations by their nature have great search engine potential. Doing so will increase revenue to your members and increase membership. The key is to push business to your association members, not take profits away from them. You are associating to build everyone up, not getting them to compete in a price war.<br /><strong>Summary</strong><br />There are several new products circulating in the industry for associations. Look for a product that will improve the association and doesn't just work for a profit. You want to add to your pie with better communication among members as well as other associations. Weigh the options before signing up for a new association product or joining in an association that maybe hasn't done all their homework.<br /></div>Suite Exchange is a new blog developed to give tips and how to's on running a bed and breakfast. The authors have years of experience in the industry and continue working with hundreds of inns daily.Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-72448474059052632132011-02-13T07:00:00.001-08:002011-02-13T07:00:56.036-08:00The Charm Of St David's, Wales<div id="body"> St. David's is situated on the far western coast of Pembrokeshire, West Wales and is part of the magnificent National Park coastal scenery with all its abundance of wild life.<br />It has all the charm of a small attractive village, with narrow streets filled with cafe's, restaurants, art galleries and hotels, but also has the grand status of being a city due to its Cathedral (full city status was granted to St. David's by HM the Queen by Royal Charter on the 1st June 1995).<br />The Cathedral nestles in a grassy hollow beneath the city adding to its special atmosphere and visitors still flock to St. David's today just as they did in the Middle Ages when it was a place of pilgrimage.<br />St David is the patron saint of Wales and was reputedly said to have been born on a cliff top on the South-West Wales coast during a very fierce storm. The site of his birth is marked by the tiny ancient chapel close to a holy well. There is also an 18th century chapel dedicated to his mother 'Non' which can still be seen near St David's Cathedral.<br />St. David died around 589/601 having founded a monastery at the current site of the Cathedral. It was a strict monastic order as he was the most influential clergyman in all Wales. Pilgrims would come by sea, mooring there boats at the chapels and shrines along the way to give thanks for their safe journey.<br />Between 645 and 1097, St David's (Menevia) was attacked and destroyed many times and it wasn't until 1181 that the present Cathedral was begun. However, in 1648 it was destroyed again, this time by Parliamentary soldiers.<br />Since then the Cathedral has been rebuilt and restored yet again but is now in outstanding condition. Adjacent to the Cathedral stands the magnificent ruins of the medieval Bishop's Palace which dates from the 14th century and displays the marvels of medieval architecture.<br />The highlight of the year is the St. David's Cathedral festival held in May. This is an annual celebration of classical music and offers many the chance to see one the most beautiful and historic buildings in Wales<br />There are a number of other attractions in the area. Boat trips to Ramsey and Skomer islands to see the Puffin's, Razorbill's and Guillemots are just a few. There are also adventure sea trips where you might be lucky to see dolphins, seal's or even whales. There are boat trips to suit all ages they are well worth the visit.<br />If you don't like boats then there is the marine life centre and a sea aquarium to see. For the golfer there is a 9-hole links golf course and for those that like the beach, just along the coast is Whitesands bay which holds a European Blue Flag award.<br />If you are looking for accommodation, then <a href="http://www.bandbpembrokeshire.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_new">B&amp;B Pembrokeshire</a> has all the facilities you need and is centrally located to explore all that is on offer in Pembrokeshire.<br /></div>Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-65996963112783050362011-02-13T06:59:00.001-08:002011-02-13T06:59:56.371-08:00All the Grace and Beauty of an Historic Victorian Bed and Breakfast<div id="body"> Vacation time should equate to time for relaxation, no matter where you choose to go. Luxurious hotels and rustic cabins are the choices of many people looking for a weekend getaway or even a long vacation. Consider an historic Victorian bed and breakfast for your next getaway.<br />The Victorian era is often seen as very romantic and relaxing. Homes consisted of grand rooms decorated with a variety of rich colors and designs. Victorian style decorating has made a big comeback in previous years. Some bed and breakfast inns have chosen to add the grace and beauty of Victorian decor to their inn.<br />Victorian style decor takes us back in time to a time of wealth and excessive living. We may not consider wearing dated clothing, but simply being in an historic Victorian bed and breakfast takes our imagination to a time of plenty. Relaxation seems to come naturally in luxurious parlors and libraries with real working fireplaces.<br />Fireplaces in authentic Victorian bed and breakfast inns aren't usually gas; they're real fireplaces that use wood or coal to feed the flame. Dark wooden accents trim staircases and crown molding adorns the space where the tall ceilings meet delicately papered walls. Rich and vibrant colors of the period bring a sense of total relaxation to visitors.<br /><strong>Things to Look for in a Bed and Breakfast</strong><br />The appeal may seem obvious, but for people who are planning their first trip to an historic bed and breakfast may need a little help. Certain things must never be overlooked whereas others are considered niceties instead of necessities. Here is our list of recommendations when choosing the best bed and breakfast.<br /><em><u>Outward Appearance</u>:</em> No one wants to spend their vacation in a rundown mess of a house. The outward appearance must be one of elegance and grace. Full, lush flower gardens in full bloom add a gorgeous touch; providing you're not allergic.<br /><em><u>Furnishings</u>:</em> Period pieces are best. Rich colors, plush settees, and vibrant accessories are a requirement. Antiques are preferred decor in most historic mansions or inns. Vases of gorgeous fresh flowers are a wonderful finishing touch to any Victorian decor.<br /><em><u>Parlors and Libraries</u>:</em> These rooms should be extravagantly furnished and cozy. Clutter is not acceptable, but graciously furnished is perfect. Colors should coordinate beautifully, if not match. Window coverings should be light and airy and compliment the furnishings.<br /><em><u>Niceties</u>:</em> Many niceties include Egyptian cotton sheets on modern, comfortable mattresses. Romantically decorated bedrooms with private baths are very nice. Historic reenactments of important historical events are a great way to spend the afternoon. Authentic balls held in the ballroom add a very romantic touch for couples looking to rekindle the fires of romance.<br /><strong>Before You Travel</strong><br />Don't book your romantic getaway with just any Victorian bed and breakfast. Locate one that has everything you want or need. Call in advance and visit the websites of those you consider. Ask a lot of questions and request photos if possible.<br /></div>Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-16620052373947741542011-02-13T06:56:00.000-08:002011-02-13T06:56:09.824-08:00Better Understanding Flight Simulator Plane Software<div id="body"> If you are someone that wants to experience the thrill of soaring through the air at the helm of a winged machine, it can be easier to do than you might think. In fact, there are all kinds of flight simulator plane software programs that can give you the thrill of operating one of these machines thousands of feet in the air.<br />You will find that there are actually a number of different things that you might care to learn and appreciate about this kind of software that you might not have even considered before. Through the course of the upcoming paragraphs, you will get a look at what makes these so exceptional for so many different people.<br />The first thing that you need to appreciate will be the fun factor. There are thousands of people that might not have the time to learn how to actually fly a plane, but would love to experience the thrill and the excitement of operating one anyway. A simulation style software program will allow for a realistic look and feel to this process.<br />But that is not all that you might be able to do with such software. What you might not realize, is that with many of the higher end programs, all of the simulation is actually very much like actually operating a plane. So through take off, flying and landing you are getting very realistic results from the choices you make. This can be excellent practice if you are really learning to fly a winged machine.<br />You will find that there are plenty of choices when it comes to simulation software, however, there are certainly some that stand out among the others. One of these particular choices will be <a href="http://www.bestproflightsimulators.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_new">Pro Flight Simulator</a>, which boasts some of the most realistic elements available in such software.<br /></div><div class="sig" id="sig"> There are plenty of different benefits and advantages to using a <a href="http://www.bestproflightsimulators.com/" target="_new">simulation software program</a>. If you are trying to get the most out of a program, now you have the information to help you make an informed decision about what the best software actually offers a buyer.<br /></div>Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-32116269047258277212011-02-13T06:55:00.001-08:002011-02-13T06:55:18.554-08:00An Airplane That You Can Fly WithTraveling has been one of the most enjoyable things to do from time to time. As you travel, you get to enjoy the beauty of nature and see different landscapes of cities around you. You will be exposed to different cultures and you will surely be able to enjoy different delicacies from these places. A lot of people travel a lot due to official visits and business trips too.<br />Most people dream of having an easy and convenient travel as much as possible. To ensure that this would happen, one can have an airplane that he can use in his travels. A plane that is yours will allow you to go to places or destinations that you intend to go to. In choosing the airplane that you can fly with, you will need some tips to be able to choose the right one for your travels.<br />YOUR NEEDS<br />The first thing that you need to consider is your own needs of the plane. Sometimes, there are different ways that you will be able to use the plane like for your business trips or for vacations only. You may also use the plane for commercial and military purposes. You also have to be sure on how many people you will bring with you on your travels for you to choose the right one to buy. If there are 10 people who go with you on your travels, you cannot have one that can only accommodate 6 at one time.<br />KNOW MORE<br />Airplanes can be complicated to understand for some people who lack the knowledge about aviation and travels. One thing that you need to do is to read and know more about the airplanes in the market. There are magazines, journals, internet sites and many more sources that can help you understand all the things that you will need to understand these planes.<br />CONTACT AUTHORITIES<br />There are people who can surely help you choose the right plane that is safe enough for you to have. One thing that you have to do is to contact the aviation authorities to be able to know more about the plane that you plan to buy. You may ask them to inspect the plane for its safety features so that you will be assured in your travels.<br />DEALER AND BUDGET<br />A lot of dealers can be found these days since a lot of people are also interested in these planes. One thing that you may do is to visit local dealers in your place. Ask some friends to recommend to you the best dealer. Online sites are also available for your to visit. One of the most important things that you need to do is to set the budget that you will spend.Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-86887092657911003892011-02-13T06:54:00.000-08:002011-02-13T06:54:34.707-08:00From Charter Flights to Plane MaintenanceWhether you own a plane or need a charter flight, aircraft management services can simplify your life. From airplane maintenance to corporate private charters, these professionals have you covered.<br />Need to book a charter flight? Want help with airplane maintenance? Need a professional to make managing your private plane easier? Specializing in aircraft management for both individuals and businesses, aircraft services can help serve all of your charter and small plane ownership concerns.<br /><b>Aircraft Maintenance and Management</b><br />Owning your own plane or helicopter can be a lot of fun, but it's also a lot of work. Instead of trying to stay on top of the required and FAA-mandated repairs you need to keep your plane safe and legal, you can leave all that safely in the hands of your aircraft management service. Their team is able to provide all types of aircraft maintenance services, and they can get just about any system on any plane back into working order. Performing everything from annual inspections to avionics evaluations and general aircraft repairs, your airplane service mechanics make keeping your plane or helicopter in flawless condition simple and straightforward.<br /><b>Charter Flights</b><br />While many of their services do cater to plane owners, aircraft services can also help clients looking to book charter flights. Private charters can make it hassle-free to fly to your destination and help relieve the stresses of commercial flights for both individuals and corporations. Your local aircraft management service can work within its network of pilots and planes to arrange private airplane charters for your convenience.<br />Many aircraft management services also offer additional benefits, including:<br /><ul><li>Avgas and Jet A fuel</li><li>In-flight catering</li><li>Hangar space (overnight and extended-stay)</li><li>Concierge service</li><li>Aircraft GPU installation</li></ul>To ensure that you get only the highest quality aircraft services, make certain you're working with a reputable airplane management company. Check references and confirm that the business is both licensed and insured. Often, a mark of a good aircraft management company is that it's been around for years. This indicates not only that the business has substantial experience with everything from aircraft maintenance to booking charter flights but also that the company has provided its customers with the quality service and satisfaction they need to keep coming back year after year.Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-20622102710827749002011-02-13T06:51:00.001-08:002011-02-13T06:51:49.396-08:00Travel Becomes Fun Because of Domestic Flights<div id="body"> Traveling for fun or traveling for passion; traveling for work or traveling for a religious purpose; studies on your mind or grabbing a business contract on visit to a new place - whatever be your reason, whatever be your background; fact of the matter is that everybody is traveling today.<br />Ask yourself this question, when was the last time you traveled? It could have been the day before, or last week, last month, or maybe last year - but you must have traveled for sure. I can safely presume that almost everybody in India would have had some kind of travel to a new place at least once in their lives, if not more.<br />And why not? The world is shrinking with the advent of technology and every place is well connected to the other through road, rail or the airway. Everybody is looking for an opportunity to have a getaway, to explore something new, to seek some adventure, or simply to visit a religious shrine.<br />People travel to new places in India, fall in love with it, and simply plan to house themselves in that new city itself. Some find the work of their dreams, some find the love of their life, and some awaken to the mission of their life.<br />For these very travel bugs, every airline today is offering the best possible deals and air fares. Domestic flights in India are on the rise and people are no more spending endless hours waiting at railway stations or bus stops. Why waste time on a slow journey when fast and convenient travel is easily available at low costs. Everybody is grabbing a piece of the bigger pie.<br />I am on the lookout for some new deals and will definitely be breaking free from the monotony with a short visit to some adventure spot.<br /></div>Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-23856451425239754832011-02-13T06:50:00.001-08:002011-02-13T06:50:58.479-08:00Some Attractions to Explore of Nairobi<div id="body"> Nairobi is the capital city of Kenya, and promises to deliver one of the finest vacations to you by booking your cheap flights to Nairobi. It is the largest, and the most fabulous city in Kenya on which you can spend your lush time in a tropical manner for which the African holidays are famous for. It is known as the green city in the sun, and the reason is because of the expansion of sundry villa suburbs. It has got one of the best facilities which are found in the African continent, and the other names of this city are the place of cool waters, and the safari capital of the world respectively. Flights to Nairobi will actually give, what they promise you. Some of the attractions found here are;<br />- The railway Museum in Nairobi imparts the history of the place, which goes back to about a century.A huge display of the locomotives and the railway engines are displayed here which were used during the colonial period.<br />- Nairobi National Museum is another fantastic sites to see and explore and worth visiting, upon arranging cheap flights to Nairobi as the country Kenya is known to actually display the meaning of the 'cradle of man kind' and here in this Museum you get to see the human foot prints from the initial phases of human civilization. Besides this, a garnered amount of historical fossils too are preserved.<br />- The Snake Park is another exciting destination here where you get a chance to see the poisonous most and the deadly snakes of the world. Abreast, a rare species of crocodiles too are found here.<br />- Another park located at the center of the city is the Uhuru Park and in this park, rallies and speeches are held and some monuments pertaining to Kenya independence are also preserved here. The park is a replica of a green facet, where you get to find green trees and green grass all around.<br />- Nairobi national park is located 10 KM from the city, and is a visitor's heaven to come and enjoy.<br /></div>Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-48798146199472386692011-02-13T06:49:00.001-08:002011-02-13T06:49:16.396-08:00Things To Remember Upon Booking Cheap Flights<div id="body"> Zimbabwe is located in the South Africa and is one of the finest and appealing resorts for tourism. Over the years, flights to Zimbabwe have become more famous and highly in demand because of the fact that the country has developed as one of the major tourist destinations in the world and due to this very fact, the country receives thousands of travelers from all over the globe booking cheap flights to Zimbabwe.<br />Zimbabwe boasts of the world's finest attractions and the place is becoming popular amongst its admirers day by day. Ranging from the opulent beaches, dazzling water falls, great natural sites, diversified landscapes, big theme parks, historical monuments, great rivers etc., and the country has managed to introduce the travelers to great number of attractions with a variety of geographical formations flights to Zimbabwe are easily available and booked on line, and require a little home work to do. But remember;<br />Do look out for an authorized and licensed agent over the internet and book through him. You may miss out the best deals on Zimbabwe travel, but they won't and at the same time they would provide you with your cheap flights to Zimbabwe.<br />Make sure you do not book on any of the busiest dates and ensure that you are booking on the time which is said to be the 'low season' in the ticketing dictionary and air line business. Because during the low or the off season, you can manage to save a lot.<br />If you are likely to stay longer at Zimbabwe, do not book return ticket - instead book both ways individually. If you intend to save more on <a href="http://www.flightstozimbabwe.org.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_new">cheap flights to Zimbabwe</a> ask for the alternative routes instead of direct as this can also save a reasonable amount on your budget.<br />Pack wisely before departing and double check the baggage allowance for that particular air line with which you are intending to travel because with some of the air lines, the baggage allowance standard is not the similar through out the year.<br />Always believe on what you see and are being told, do not believe on rumors.<br /></div>Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-59759805056585154712011-02-13T06:48:00.000-08:002011-02-13T06:48:30.984-08:00Travel By Air With Children<div id="body"> So you into taking a vacation with the family? If you are, you might be in search of some guidance, especially if you happen to and your family can be required to shuttle via airplane. As hectic as it may actually every so often be making plans a travel and flying with a family, particularly one that may be massive in measurement, there are a selection of steps that can be taken to make sure that everyone has an amusing and delightful time.<br />One of the first issues that you're going to want to do, when having a look to plan a family vacation, is to make your airline reservations early. You are at an advantage this way for collection of reasons. Perhaps, the best explanation why is the relief and peace of thoughts that you may get from realizing that all of your go back and forth preparations are made and out of the way.<br />When it comes to packing, all the time make sure your child's luggage are packed properly. Making positive the youngsters have leisure on the plane will calm you down and realizing that they're going to be busy will make you much less stressful. For the flight you're allowed one lift-on bag so you could need to make sure that each child has one.<br />Speaking of carry-on luggage on your youngsters, remember to fill them will a laugh activities for the plane ride. What you will make a selection will all depend on your kid's age. As an example, younger kids may take pleasure in books and a couple of small toys. For older children, portable DVD players, handheld video games, toys, and magazines are a great idea.<br />You are going to also need to make sure that you have additional snacks available and to your carry-on bags. This is vital, as you don't need to must spend an excessive quantity of money on the airport. It may possibly get expensive to feed a complete circle of relatives, even just with snacks. For that very same reason why, try to have everybody consume an entire meal ahead of you leave for the airport. This step mixed with snacks can lend a hand to reduce starvation, most likely leading to shared meals right through airport layovers, which can additionally assist you to retailer money.<br />As for drinks, don't deliver any with you to the airport, until you have got a child or an infant. If in case you have a child, deliver one ready bottle of components, however make sure you have some dry formula powder with you to prepare right through a layover. Drinks, excluding beverages for kids, are not allowed past airport safety checkpoints and they're going to need to be thrown away. While buying drinks at an airport retailer, earlier safety, look for pieces which may be quite priced or see if a few members of the family, such as you and your partner, can proportion a drink.<br />As for whilst you arrive at the airport, remember to stay together. Additionally, you should definitely set ground rules with your children. These laws will have to come with sticking together, now not chatting with strangers, and so forth. In truth, you will want to lend a hand each different out. For instance, you probably have an older kid, like a youngster, let them permit you to with discovering the appropriate gate, sporting baggage, or conserving any more youthful children occupied. Your shuttle can be so much much less annoying while everybody works together.<br /></div>Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-48415677610837298582011-02-13T06:46:00.001-08:002011-02-13T06:46:15.885-08:00Fun Things To Do In LancasterPennsylvania is one of the those states that has plenty of things to do, if you know where to look. I recently made my way to Lancaster, PA, which is located in the south central part of the state. When you think southern Pennsylvania, many people may think that there is not much to do, but that could not be further from the truth. There are literally tons of museums, shows, activities for kids, and so much more, so i decided to write this short article detailing some of the many things to do.<br />One great place to take your children is the National Toy Train Museum, located just outside Strasburg. They have a variety of toy trains, dating all the way back to the early 18th century. It's actually a part of a larger museum which houses full size trains from the late 1800's, but the smaller version for the kids. Ticket prices are normally available at reduced rates, and the museum is open practically everyday except monday.<br />Another cool thing you can do is visit Dutch Wonderland, one of the largest amusement parks in Pennsylvania. Home to such thrilling rides like "Astroliner" and "Crazy Plane", your kids will go bonkers for this place! It is a seasonal establishment however, and is normally open from May through October. Ticket prices are reasonable, and parking is completely free.<br />For the adults, you may want to check out the Lancaster Brewing company, on North Plum street in Lancaster. They have one of the largest choice of hand crafted beers on the east coast, and their dinner menu has received rave reviews from some well-respected newspapers. Try the chocolate covered strawberry stout, or relax in their fine dining atmosphere. You can also learn about their rich history, or even schedule a wedding or party.<br />For the more adventurous, there are plenty of other things to do such as skydiving, whitewater rafting, and a round of golf. One of the most exciting things is go on a hot air balloon ride. You can soar swiftly over the lush landscape of Lancaster in a hot air balloon for as little as $240 a person. For those that have never been on a ride, it is one of the most awe-inspiring things you can imagine. There are several well-known providers in the area, who are dedicated to providing a safe a reliable ride.Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-33458428515522877482011-02-13T06:45:00.001-08:002011-02-13T06:45:28.876-08:00Christmas Holiday Planning in Branson Missouri<div id="body"> Branson Missouri is a favorite place of many for the holidays and all year long also. If you are looking for excitement in the form of brilliant dazzling light shows and displays, musical entertainment with famous performers and artists from all over the world, plus wonderfully themed festivals and events in the areas and parks, then be sure to put Branson Missouri on your list of travel spots real soon. Branson Missouri is host to the holiday event of the Ozark Mountain Christmas each year near the holiday season. That festival is loaded and crammed full of interesting things to see and do and should not be missed if your family plans to be in the area near the holidays.<br />Branson Missouri hosts many famous performers of the arts all year long also. Some of the performers include the famous Lennon Sisters, the Broadways' Spirit of Christmas, David Foster, the Boston Pops Orchestra and you are sure to hear the traditional favorited Christmas hymns and tunes also. If you are a fan of parades, count on being in attendance during the Gifts of Holiday Light parade which travels through town twice a day near the holiday season. For animated and themed winter wonderland events, be sure to plan on visiting the Trail of Lights which is also referred to by some as The Shepherd of the Hills. This historic 160 acre homestead features many different themed displays with life-sized 3D characters, holiday musicals, and brilliant light displays which feature patriotic, fantasy and unique displays, and you can drive through all of the huge 160 acres and enjoy as much as is desired, right from your car!<br />Stop by the Inspiration Tower and ride 230 feet up in an elevator while you are there. The view is spectacular and the Ozarks is all on display in lights for visitors to see from above. Music lovers will not want to miss out on the largest light show around which is on the Silver Dollar City Square down on Main. A holiday full of entertainment awaits in the Silver Dollar City in Branson Missouri also. Huge seventeen feet tall talking Christmas tree display that actually interacts with the visitors! Carolers travel the streets in periodic costumes, the aroma of hundreds of tasty and delicious foods fill the air while a five story tall Special Effects Christmas tree dances to the tune of over one million festive lights and animation.<br />The Titanic Museum is also in Branson Missouri. There visitors can enter Icebergs, explore priceless artifacts from the Titanic's crew, and walk a Grand Staircase. There is a ninety minute interactive walk through the history of the Titanic offered there. Be sure to order a selection of maps and guides from the Branson Tourism Center before your visit in order to find discounts offered and deals on the Branson shows and attractions. There are plenty of hotels and motels to stay closeby the tourist areas also. Something for everyone is sure to be found when you plan to add Branson Missouri to your list of travels.<br /></div>Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-14586809969840746942011-02-13T06:43:00.001-08:002011-02-13T06:43:38.332-08:00Russia Travel Adventure<div id="body"> Russia trip can be a choice for travel destination. You can see the 19th century majestic St. Petersburg along with the beauty of Siberia. It is the world's largest country which has 9 timezones and has 160 ethnic groups. This place has a lot to offer in terms of history, culture, and natural beauty.<br />Moscow, Novosibirsk in Siberia, and St. Petersburg, and are the most popular travel destination in Russia.<br /><strong><u>Moscow</u></strong><br />It is the capital of Russia and rich in culture, majestic architecture, and full of mystery. Here are the popular places here.<br /><strong>Red Square</strong> - It is the center of Moscow. It is the home of the Kremlin, Lenin's Mausoleum, the site of Tsarist and later Soviet government, the ornate GUM department store, the Kazan Cathedrals, and St. Basil's. This should be the starting point of your visit since streets of Moscow run off the Red Square.<br /><strong>Lenin's Mausoleum</strong> - Made up of granite, this small building has the embalmed body of Vladimir Lenin after his demise in 1925. People came here just to view this.<br /><strong>St. Basil's Cathedral</strong> - This is the colorful Russian Orthodox Church built in the mid of the 16th century by Tsar Ivan IV, in which it is the most recognized symbol in the country. It is known for its striking onion dome.<br /><strong><u>St. Petersburg</u></strong><br />This is situated west of Russia along the Baltic Sea and was created by Peter the Great in the 19th century. He built a city filled with palaces, museums, and other landmarks, which he foresee the city as a competitor of Europe's capital. The places to visit here are:<br /><strong>The Hermitage</strong> - it is housed in 6 buildings, including Russian Tsars, which is the oldest and largest art gallery in the world. The collections include the masterpiece of Italian masters, the fabled Faberge eggs and French Impressionists.<br /><strong>The Summer Palace</strong> - This has a 14-room summer house of Tsar Peter, which is a well-preserved imperial style.<br /><strong>The Bridges</strong> - Often know as the Venice of the North, St. Petersburg has more than 300 bridges crossing the Neva River, representing a diversity of design styles<br /><strong>Mariinsky Theater</strong> - It is the world renowned for its Kirov Opera and Ballet.<br /><strong><u>Siberia</u></strong><br />Located at the north central Russia, rugged, forbidden land, and covered with snow for over a year. Until the completion the Trans-Siberian Railway in 1912; this place is underdeveloped. Here are some of the beautiful spots:<br /><strong>Novosibirsk </strong>- This is the largest city in Siberia, in which you can find ballet and Opera Company, zoo, and the most powerful media relay station.<br /><strong>Trans-Siberian Railroad</strong> -It connects Moscow to Vladivostok with over 9,000 km distance. The train has great features and you can have your Russia travel in 6 days. This is the best way to explore Siberia.<br /></div>Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-42968363624746334412011-02-13T06:42:00.001-08:002011-02-13T06:42:45.370-08:00Backpacking Africa Away<div id="body"> Backpacking in Africa can be a real thrill. It is a chic, cheap and fun way of going around, and it will be a different way of experiencing, and breathing Africa.<br />It makes no sense, however, to linger in one place for the entire duration of your vacation. Travel around, and enjoy the cheap tickets as well as passes while you can. Going easily from one place to another is the whole point after all of backpacking. Here's a list of must-visit places in Africa:<br /><strong>Lake Malawi - Malawi</strong><br />This beautiful fresh water lake will not disappoint any traveler. If however, you prefer the saltwater, then head to the beach. It is not a coincidence that Malawi is cheapest place on the planet where you can get your diving certification!<br /><strong>Chefchaouen - Morocco</strong><br />This place does make Moroccans proud. It's located at the very heart of Morocco's Rif Mountains. It's a laid back town, with picturesque mountain views. It offers affordable accommodations for weary backpackers. Marvel at the medina back dropped against the lovely mountains, and line with endless charming little cafes.<br /><strong>Kokrobite - Ghana</strong><br />Ghana boasts of fantastic beaches, but the most popular is the beaches surrounding Kokobrite, including Langma. The other attraction to this place is the famous Academy of African Music (AAMA) founded by Mustapha Tettey which lures drummers and dancers from all over the world.<br /><strong>Zanzibar - Tanzania</strong><br />Zanzibar has a lot to offer to tourists who are hungry for the sand, sea and sky. In the East Coast in Paje, Kinazi Upepo is a chic, yet affordable beach destination with lovely bungalows. In the North Coast, Nungwi has Kenwa Rocks with its lovely beach huts. Over in the Southeast coast, Bwejuu and Jambiani offer some quiet respite for travelers.<br />Fun is spelled big in Africa. To travel there, you just have to make that plan early, book early and look for cheap tickets in your target destination. For sure, you will never be short of stories of adventure to share after Africa.<br /></div>Backpacking in Africa is one of the most adventurous activities performed during vacation. So, people keep looking for cheap tickets to that place. You can read more about vacation and vacation planning in my otherAdminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-26446680491447984012011-02-13T06:41:00.002-08:002011-02-13T06:41:47.798-08:00Masai Mara Safari<div id="body"> Lesotho Africa is the best destination if one is planning to travel to Africa for a wonderful vacation. The official name of Lesotho is the Kingdom of Lesotho. Lesotho Africa is a country which is surrounded by land and cooperative. This country is surrounded by the Republic of South Africa. The area of this country is just 11,583 sq mi in size and the population here is approximately 2,067,000. In this country the largest city is the Maseru which is also the capital of Lesotho Africa. This country is a member and a part of Common wealth of Nations. The meaning of Lesotho is "the land of people who speaks Sesotho". There are many place to travel in this country because this country is been divided into ten district including Berea, Butha-Buthe, Leribe, Mafeteng, Maseru, Mohale's Hoek, Mokhotlong, Qacha's Nek, Quthing and Thaba-Tseka. After the division of the districts they are further subdivided into 80 constitutes. The climate in Lesotho Africa is cool throughout the year due to it's situated at the altitude. In winter it gets cooler and the temperature goes down to -7 degree. So it is the best time to visit here in the between the month of May and September because there is high snowfall which covers the highest peaks. The religion followed by them is 90% Christians and the rest of the 10% are the Muslims, Hindu, Bahai and Buddhists.<br />Another place which is famous and one can also visit there is the Gabon Africa. This state is been located in the west central coast of Africa. It got independence from France in the year 1960 on August 17. Basically Gabon Africa was been ruled by three presidents. If you visit this place then you can get a chance to explore in the rain forest to see many flora and fauna. It is the richest tropical forest and is preserved with wildlife. There are in total 8,000 plant species and 200 mammals' species and beautiful 600 bird species. If you travel down here then you can visit many places and sites which are known as the attraction of the tourist in Gabon Africa. The official name of this state is the Republique Gabonaise. And the capital to it is Libreville. The area covered by this state is around 267,665 sq km and population here is just 1.1 million. The language spoken in Gabon Africa is French, Fang, Myene, Bateke and Bapounou.<br />If you have planned to visit Africa once in your life then there are many attractions which may attract you and drag you to explore this country. Since this country is been famous for the wildlife and rain forest then one can visit to the best place to have a adventurous experience in Masai Mara Safari. It is the best place to explore with family and friends with exotic view and thrilling sports to participate. In this place you can just have a closure look of the wild animals and birds and can capture them in camera as a memory while exploring Masai Mara Safari. Animals like lion, hyena, cheetah, leopard, jackals and lot more can be found. One can go for a safari or just camp in this place while watching zebra running in group experiencing the beautiful sunset in Masai Mara Safari.<br /></div>Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-85883999121538116972011-02-13T06:41:00.000-08:002011-02-13T06:41:04.047-08:00Getting My Visa Extension in Boracay, PhilippinesToday, I had to go to the immigration office because my visa was about to expire. Unfortunately, most foreigners only get 21 days in the Philippines. Remember NOT to pass the 21 days or you will be fined. I had a friend who was over a week late on getting his visa extension and had to pay 1,000 pesos ($22.50USD). On top of that, the next time he came to the Philippines he was questioned about why he was late getting the extension and they told him to show proof of his return ticket because of it. Lumiere then showed them proof of his return ticket on his computer, but they then asked for a hard-copy of the return ticket. He didn't have one and the immigration worker was kind enough to let him pass anyway.<br />The immigration office is located near D-Mall, but we ended up getting lost trying to find it. Lumiere asked a security guard at Boracay Resort and he told us it was about 5 minutes from where we were. We ended up finding the immigration office after walking on the same street as D-Mall. The immigration office is located in the same building as Nervana Beach Resort. It was about 3:30 PM when we arrived and there were already a few people inside. We sat in the comfortable chairs and waited for our turn.<br />There was only one person working in the counter so I see how it could get busy. It seemed a bit disorganized since there was no actual queue. I was called up after Lumiere and I took a seat and the immigration officer asked me for my passport. She looked for my stamp showing the date I entered the Philippines and told me I needed to make copies of the passport page and the stamp. There was also an immigration form I had to fill out.<br />I went over to the printing place with Lumiere. To get there, make a left when you walk out of the immigration building and look for D-Mall on your left hand side. Continue walking down the street for about 5 minutes and you will see a place where you can do printing. They took my passport and made copies of the pages. One of the girls working at the print shop looked at me and said something in Tagalog. She then told me "She thinks you're handsome." Pointing to the girl working the front counter. She was pretty cool really short and petite. She was then making comments about how the girl working at the front counter liked my nose and my smile. "Wow" I thought to myself.<br />When I finished my printing, I made sure to write down my phone number and give it to her on a piece of paper. She smiled and the other girl working next to her had a surprised look on her face. I told her "Give me a call sometime." She looked at me and smiled. I usually don't leave girls my phone number, but I decided to try it this time. I'll let you know if she gives me a message.<br />Finally, I walked back to the immigration office and there were SO MANY PEOPLE... I found out later most of them were waiting on their passport. There also wasn't a proper queue, and I spoke to two Western girls and told them they would need to make copies of their passport page for the entry stamp. So make sure to do that before you even go to the immigration office to avoid the hassle. I then gave the immigration lady my passport, the immigration document, and the copies from my passport. She said "that will be 3,050 pesos ($68.50 USD)." I got the money and gave it to her. She then told me I would have to pick up the passport tomorrow.Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-62929911067641989052011-02-13T06:39:00.001-08:002011-02-13T06:39:56.255-08:00The History of the Arctic Is More Interesting Than You Might Think<div id="body"> The Arctic is named for the constellation "Arktos." It is Greek for "Bear." We know it better as the Little Dipper, which includes the North Star in its "handle."<br />The Arctic is 5.5 million square miles - which is almost the exact same size as Antarctica. Unlike the bottom of the world which is uninhabited, the Arctic has been inhabited by humans for close to 20,000 years. The people of the area, Eskimos, Inuit, Laplanders, though separated by vast distances and even oceans, seem to share a common heritage.<br />Arctic exploration began in earnest during the Great Age of Discovery as explorers sought to find a sea route through the Arctic Ocean from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Besides the glory, fame and riches that would be bestowed upon the first to accomplish this feat (most likely the real reason most of them tried to find it), the Northwest Passage would theoretically save months of shipping time spent going around the bottom of South America.<br />In 1744 the British parliament offered a reward for the discovery of the Northwest Passage. The ship Octavius was the first to attempt the voyage but the crew died in the winter of 1762, stuck in ice.<br />One of the most famous expeditions was that of English explorer Sir John Franklin. He departed Britain in 1845 with two ships and many men and was never seen again.<br />In the past few years it has finally become possible to sail the Northwest Passage without an ice breaker, thanks to global warming.<br />The first person to definitely reach the North Pole was American Explorer Richard Byrd who, with his copilot Floyd Bennett, flew over it in an airplane in 1926. In 1908 and 1909, Frederick Cook and Robert Peary both claimed to have reached the pole by land, but both claims are now considered to by false.<br />In 2008 Lewis Gordon Pugh attempted to kayak to the North Pole. He was unsuccessful, but that he could even attempt the feat shows the dramatic effects of climate change on the area.<br /></div>Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-6733654764374479822011-02-13T06:38:00.001-08:002011-02-13T06:38:55.389-08:00Going From Boracay to CebuI got up this morning and said goodbye to Lumiere. I've been hanging out with him for the last month and a half. It has been a great experience hanging with him because he has so much knowledge on traveling and picking up. I definitely picked up some good advice.<br />I took the shuttle bus from my resort in Bulabog Beach to the ferry station. Originally, the resort wanted to charge me 500 pesos to get to the station but I was able to negotiate the price down to 250 pesos. I was carrying a backpack with my PS3, my laptop bag, and my backpacker's backpack. I think I will buy one small suitcase with me so I don't have to carry my laptop bag and backpack. I think this will minimize the amount of bags I have to carry.<br />Once at the ferry station, a guy who worked for the ferry helped me with my bags. I tipped him 20 pesos. I then had to pay 25 pesos for the ferry ride to Caticlan and 50 pesos for the terminal fee. The ferry ride was a bit rocky, but I got a nice view of the mountains on the way to Caticlan. After about 10 minutes, we arrived in Caticlan. I had one of the guys working at the Ferry station help me carry my big backpack again and paid him 20 pesos as well. I then got a tricycle taxi for 50 pesos that I had to pay at the tricycle taxi stand to Caticlan Airport.<br />At the airport, there are two security checkpoints. Also, you have to print out your flight confirmation or they will not let you into the airport. Fortunately, the company I was flying with had an office near the airport. I asked the guy who was working at the front of the airport if he could watch my backpack. I know this was probably a mistake, but I didn't feel like lugging into to the office. When I came back from printing my confirmation, the security guard working at the airport questioned me on why I left my bag there. He also told me that I shouldn't leave my bag unattended. I think it's because it could be considered a security risk.<br />Nonetheless, I made it into the airport. I checked into my flight and my backpack was only around 11KG so I didn't have to pay an excess baggage fee. Passengers are allowed 10 KG for flights leaving Caticlan. I then had to go through one more security checkpoint and then there was a small waiting room with two gates. I couldn't get a wi-fi connection and my USB internet was not working so I messed around on my computer for two hours. I got to the airport early so it was mostly spent waiting around.<br />The flight with SE Asia Air was delayed over 40 mins, but the take off didn't take long at all. I presume because the airport in Boracay is small. They also served water and a small pack of BBQ nuts for free. I had my own window seat on the left aisle and I would say that the seats in SE Asia Air were more comfortable than Cebu Pacific. The flight time to Cebu was only 45 minutes. I felt like the flight was rushed by the flight attendant and also found her to be rude. She made a comment to me "Turn off your laptop" we're landing.<br />I'd say that the price of the flight which was only around 3,000 pesos outweighed the hassle of flying with SE Asia Air. I have yet to find an airline that I really like flying with in the Philippines. But it's a cheap tickets right? So I'll live with it!<br />I got to Cebu and used my USB internet to get the map of the address to the hostel in case I needed it. I then went over to the information desk and the lady mentioned that the yellow taxis are cheaper, but the white taxes were closest to where we were. I had a lot of luggage, and didn't feel like walking. So I decided to take the more expensive taxi which cost me 360 pesos.<br />My cab driver was very friendly and asked me "Where are you from?" and other questions. He was quite lively. We drove from Lapu Lapu City where the airport is into Cebu City. The drive took about 20 minutes and you have to cross a bridge which connects the two cities. I had to run some errands the next day and the driver mentioned that he could give me a rate of 1,000 pesos for 3 hrs. I wasn't too interested in it.<br />We arrived at Cebu Guesthouse. The security guard dressed in white asked "Do you have a reservation?" I told him "No, do you have private rooms available?" He responded "Yes." I went inside to the check in of the hostel and surely enough they did not have any private rooms available - just a dorm. I prefer not to sleep in dorms because I lose out on sleep and it's hard for me to get things done when there are so many people in the room.<br />I asked for hotel rooms and they recommended the <a href="http://holidaytravel-guide.blogspot.com/">Mango</a> Park Hotel across the street. The security guard was even kind enough to carry my bags to the hotel. I arrived at the hotel and went inside. The place looked nice and then I asked her the magical question "How much per night?" I thought she said 750 pesos, but I was mistaken. She intended to say "1,750 pesos" which is roughly around 40 bucks. I thought about it for a few minutes and decided not to stay. "I'm not in the US and 40 bucks a night for a room is outrageous" I thought to myself.<br />I called up a couchsurfing girl I had talked to previously and she knew of some places I could stay. She arrived about 10 minutes later and she took me to this pension called C'est la Vie Pension that was about a 5-minute drive away. It's basically a standard private room with TV, air conditioner, closet space, bathroom with hot water shower, queen size bed, and a desk. Wanna know the price? Only 700 pesos per night! It sure beats staying at that overpriced hotel. More to come on my stay in CebuAdminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-88611417220001964002011-02-13T06:37:00.001-08:002011-02-13T06:37:45.067-08:00Ten Things You Need To Remember Before Going To The Tanzania SafariIf you can choose one place in Africa to explore, go for the Tanzania safari. Anyone who's been there can vouch only the best wildlife sightings. However, there are some things you'll have to remember if you want to make your trip a truly memorable one. Should you have the choice to plot your Tanzania safari tour, you should go for early morning drives. You'll get more out of the trip if you set off before sunrise. True, you'll have to wake up early to make this happen, but it's a small sacrifice for the spectacular sightings you'll be getting. Secondly, don't just go for "big" sights. Take in everything because the most fascinating creatures are not that far away from your camp. Look at insects and smaller creatures too while you're on your Tanzania safari.Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-18516134124349157642011-02-13T06:34:00.001-08:002011-02-13T06:34:50.524-08:00Generating Leads Through Internet Marketing For Travel Professionals<div id="body"> The world is abuzz about the position of the Internet in all manner of business including the smallest entrepreneurial engagements. Small and large companies are all doing their best to market their products online. Internet marketing for travel professionals is one avenue that has benefited a great deal since the travel industry is one that is on the up hill march. The Internet provides a great avenue for travel professionals to generate new and hot leads which lead to bookings and great profits.<br />Travel agents and all other&nbsp; industry professionals in this field are quickly harnessing the power of the Internet and taking advantage of the same. With the power of the internet, travel industry professionals are quickly realizing that now, it is easier for potential customers to find them. Other traditional methods dictated that they struggle to find and attract customers. With a well designed website it is now possible for customers to recognize your offers and respond positively by inquiring and making bookings.<br />Whereas in the past travel marketing professionals relied on expensive brochures and adverts in glossy magazines whose circulation beyond town could not really be ascertained. However, with a perfectly done website travel professionals can move their marketing a notch higher since the internet knows no borders or boundaries. Internet marketing for travel professionals uses articles, reviews, pictures as well as videos as the perfect source of information for anyone planning a holiday. Travel professional should employ the services of internet marketing experts so as to enhance their websites' potential in lead generation.<br /></div>Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-28692736487066645922011-02-13T06:32:00.000-08:002011-02-13T06:32:02.658-08:00Traveling For Senior Citizens<div id="body"> Nobody said that traveling is only for the young and the only trips the senior citizens should take are to the post office and back. Some destinations are great for sightseeing and relaxation. However, you should avoid going on adventure trips that include sports and other potentially dangerous activities. There are many travel agencies that offer specific packages for senior citizens so why don't you look into this issue? Here are some things that you should take into consideration when you are traveling.<br />It is always a good idea to ask for the help of a travel agency rather than venture off on your own. Ask the tour operators about the weather, the nearby medical facilities and all the places that you will be visiting. It is good to note them down in order not to forget them. Also, don't forget to take travel insurance. This should cover both medical expenses and losses.<br />The budget is very important, no matter the age. So make sure that you have a flexible budget in order to cover some unexpected events. You should never keep all your money in cash, better yet take some travelers cheque and credit cards. Also the documents are very important so, why don't you make a photocopy of all your papers. You should make sure that they are all valid. You should definitely put them in safe places where you can get them fast.<br />Go to the doctor before you leave on your trip. Tell him or her about the place where you are going to visit and ask if he/she has any recommendations. Take all your medicine with you and pack some supplies. It is better to be safe than to run around in a foreign country looking for medicine. Also your doctor may refer you to a colleague in that country so that you can stay in touch at every time.<br />You should pack light in order not to burden yourself. Make sure that you put travel tags on your suitcase and also add a distinctive mark so you can recognize it faster. Opting for a bag with wheels would be the perfect choice.<br /></div>Adminnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8083236972217200965.post-14967833016895720342011-01-20T05:30:00.001-08:002011-01-20T05:30:15.337-08:00Book Cheap Flights: Use Internet to Book Cheap Flights<div style="color: #4b4b4b; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;">Are you planning to visit another country? Are you looking for cheap flights? You need to go with the online services of various tour and travel agents or even the direct airline companies that will lead you in the best way. You don't need to spend huge money in order to book your flights as you can grab them with small fund as the airline companies offer too much opportunities of doing so. You can get the cheapest tickets within the range of your budget by availing online services.</div><div style="color: #4b4b4b; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;">There are many more online agents and in fact, the airline companies also allow you to know about their various discount packages to make your flights cheap to cheaper. They are arranged for each and every corner of the world and so, you can visit any part of the universe in an easygoing manner.</div><div style="color: #4b4b4b; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;">If you want to save money and book cheap flights, you need not to go to the local agents. You have to sit in front of your computer and make a deep research through online way. Here, you will find an array of online companies where you can get the great alternative as per your budget.</div><div style="color: #4b4b4b; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;">This way, you can please your family too as you can take it to any holiday spot without caring for money. Moreover, cheap flights can also be availed through new websites that have recently started this business. You will find them more and more profitable as they offer you huge discount to make you long term customers. In fact, when you become the regular customers of them, you always enjoy cheap flights as bonus points.</div>Adminnoreply@blogger.com1